Yorkshire Cream of the Crop set for National Glory

Six Yorkshire tourism businesses will go head-to-head with national rivals in a bid to scoop the most prestigious awards in English tourism.

The highly coveted Enjoy England Awards for Excellence, organised by VisitEngland, promote the best places to visit and stay in England from large hotels to small Bed and Breakfasts, and tourist attractions.

Gary Verity, chief executive of Welcome to Yorkshire, is hoping for a collection of Yorkshire winners:

“Tourism is high on the national agenda, especially in the lead up to London 2012, which is why it’s more important than ever before to celebrate the very best England has to offer.

“Yorkshire is proud of its warm welcome and quality tourism offer which is why more people are choosing to holiday here. Congratulations to everyone shortlisted for the national awards, let’s make this a winning year for the Yorkshire tourism industry”.

Welcome to Yorkshire is the official tourism agency for Yorkshire, working to grow the region's visitor economy and providing information on hotels in Yorkshire, accommodation, days out and outdoor activities.